PS A written statement of purpose (your goals and objectives relative to graduate studies). CV Current résumé or curriculum vitae; Fee A $65 nonrefundable application fee is required for degree admission and postbaccalaureate (including graduate) credit certificate programs. A $30 nonrefundable application fee is required for nondegree admission. RL Contact information for two references. The application system will contact your referees to request the actual letters of reference. Transcript Two official transcripts in sealed envelopes from all post-secondary schools attended. (Penn State graduates do not need to submit official transcripts.);